Live Greater | A University of Maryland Medical System Podcast

TV shows love dramatic trauma scenes—but what’s real and what’s just Hollywood? In this episode, Christopher Michetti, MD, Chief of Trauma and Trauma Medical Director at UM Capital Region Medical Center, walks us through what actually happens when seconds count...

Before the whistle blows, make sure your athlete is truly game-ready. In this episode, Dr. Scott Burger, CMO of UM Urgent Care, breaks down what happens at a sports physical, when to get one and how it helps kids stay safe and strong.

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Is your young athlete ready for the season? In this episode, we cover how to avoid injuries in youth sports, the importance of pre-season physicals, safe training tips and how to spot when your athlete needs medical attention. Mu...

Hip and knee replacements used to mean days in the hospital and weeks in rehab. Not anymore. In this episode, an orthopedic surgeon explains how advances in surgical techniques, anesthesia, and recovery planning are helping many patients go home the same day—and get ...

Eating well with diabetes doesn’t have to feel like a burden. In this episode, Lizzy Katz, RD, CDCES, Diabetes Program Coordinator at UM Capital Region Health shares how to make smart food choices, hear realistic tips on dining out and learn how ...

There’s more than one way to screen for colon cancer—do you know your options? In this episode, three medical experts from the University of Maryland Midtown Health Center will walk you through the latest in screening options—from colonoscopies to FIT-D...

From breakthrough treatments to life-saving transfusions, hope is no longer just a dream for people with sickle cell disease. Discover how the University of Maryland Medical System and the American Red Cross are working side-by-side to...

Society often blames individuals for obesity, but science tells a different story. Two bariatric surgeons discuss the medical complexities of weight and how stigma affects health outcomes. Join us as we talk to Erik DeAngelis, MD, and Eleisha Flanagan, ...

No matter your age, knowing how to keep your pelvic floor healthy is essential. In this podcast, Fay Wilson, PT, DPT, CLT, a physical therapist at University of Maryland Medical Center Outpatient Rehabilitation Services who specializes in pelvic floor...

Let’s face it – losing weight can be hard. And when it comes to obesity, many complex factors can cause excess weight gain and complicate a person’s ability to lose it. When traditional weight loss methods haven’t worked, it might be time to consider a new ...

Beyond the doctor’s office, cancer presents emotional and social challenges that can feel overwhelming. In this episode, we explore the human side of cancer with Patsy Astarita, LCSW-C, OSW-C, APHSW-C, director of oncology integrated he...

Empower yourself with the knowledge to make informed decisions about adult vaccines. Join us as we discuss with Dr. Wendie Grader-Beck, a primary care physician at UM St. Joseph Medical Group Primary Care, which vaccines are critical for ad...

Learn how scoliosis is diagnosed in children, the treatment options available, and what parents can do to support their child through this journey from Dr. Julio J. Jauregui, a Spine Surgeon at University of Maryland Medical Syste...

Learn about recovery timelines, tips, and what to expect after spine surgery from Robin Fencel, PA-C, Orthopedic Physician Assistant at University of Maryland Medical Center, and Wendy Towers, MSN, a nurse practitioner at UM Shore Medical Group – Neur...

Learn expert tips to prevent back pain, injuries, and surgery through exercise, posture, and lifestyle from Dr. Justin Tortolani, spine surgeon and director of the Spine Institute at University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center an...

Pneumonia is a common diagnosis in the fall and winter, but it can be extremely serious, even deadly, for some individuals. Learn from Dr. Jeffrey Marshall, a critical care physician and pulmonologist at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, the c...

Learn how to develop healthy habits that support blood sugar control, reduce stress and fit into a busy lifestyle. Teri White, BS, RN, CDCES, a transitional nurse navigator and diabetes educator at UM Charles Regional Medical Center, shares her top strategies for sust...